2004 BMW 118 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 118 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 118 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 118 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 118 | S |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |